Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

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Washington, DC, USA
In-Office
125K-150K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Professional Services • Defense
The Role
Provides cybersecurity engineering support to a NAVSEA contractor team. Responsibilities include implementing and monitoring cyber defense measures, assessing vulnerabilities, developing remediation strategies, maintaining security controls, responding to breaches, and ensuring compliance with cybersecurity policies and Assessment and Authorization requirements. The role is based primarily at the Washington Navy Yard, with occasional naval-centric travel to locations including Norfolk and San Diego.
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About Decision Technologies, Inc.

Decision Technologies was founded to help bridge the gap between Department of Defense and Federal Government acquisition programs and technology to help our customers optimize their decision-making process. Over the years, our areas of expertise have expanded to include Systems Engineering, Program Management, In-Service Engineering, Equipment Repair, Research and Development, Test and Evaluation, and Intelligence and Counterintelligence Support. Our growth and success have positioned us as a premier engineering and intelligence services provider contributing to our nation's defense.

Our company culture cultivates talented problem-solvers on focused on performance with industry-leading teamwork and responsiveness. We have established a reputation for offering superior services and solutions, proven integrity and innovation, employee engagement and development, and customer collaboration.

Bring your expertise and knowledge to our team!

Work for a dynamic company specializing in technical support services and engineering solutions. Decision Technologies Inc. has extensive experience supporting NAVSEA,occasional including the program offices and warfare centers. We match our capabilities to the needs of our customers. Join an experienced team that provides exceptional support and leadership in our core competencies.  


We are seeking an experienced Senior Cyber Security Engineer (CSE3) to support a large support services contract with the Naval Sea Systems Command.


Position Description: You will provide support to the Program and Deputy Program Manager of a 200 person contractor team that includes subcontractor personnel.


​​​Work location and telework: The government work location is the Washington Navy Yard in Washington, DC. Contractors will be required to work at the Navy Yard and in nearby office locations up to 5 days a week.  Teleworking may be possible with the customers’ approval, but will need to evolve as the work relationships evolve.


Responsibilities and Duties:

A cybersecurity engineer protects an organization’s digital assets, networks, and systems from cyberattacks, breaches, and unauthorized access. They design and implement security infrastructure—such as firewalls and encryption—monitor for threats, conduct vulnerability assessments, and respond to security incidents. This role combines IT expertise with proactive, defensive security strategies.

They implement and ensure compliance with cybersecurity policy, including Assessment and Authorization requirements. They may also perform the following duties:

• Plan, implement, upgrade, and/or monitor cybersecurity measures to improve cyber defense and maintain a cyber-resilient network

• Assess cybersecurity vulnerabilities for risks and propose and implement remediation actions or risk mitigation strategies

• Ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and electronic infrastructure

• Respond to computer security breaches to re-establish protections and make required reports

 

Required Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

·       ​Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance

·       Certification requirements: None

·       Education and experience: There are three different ways to be qualified for this position:

1. A high school degree, or a GED, and ten (10) years of relevant Surface Radars, Electronic Warfare, EO/IR, Decoys and/or Laser cybersecurity, information assurance, or Risk Management Framework (RMF) experience.

2. A bachelor's degree in a relevant field and five (5) years of relevant Surface Radars, Electronic Warfare, EO/IR, Decoys and/or Laser cybersecurity, information assurance, or Risk Management Framework (RMF) experience, OR

3. A master's degree in a relevant field and three (3) years of relevant Surface Radars, Electronic Warfare, EO/IR, Decoys and/or Laser cybersecurity, information assurance, or Risk Management Framework (RMF) experience.

 

Preferred / Desired Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

·       Active Secret Clearance

·       Project Management Professional (PMP)

·       Experience:

o   Demonstrated knowledge of Navy/DOD policy and guidance

o   Demonstrated knowledge of Cyber Security Testing methods and processes

o   Cyber defense policy, processes and assessments

o   Information assurance

o   Risk Management Framework (RMF)

 

Travel Requirements:

·       Travel should be infrequent but include occasional naval-centric trips to support government efforts at East and West Coast naval centric areas like Norfolk, VA and San Diego, CA.

 

Compensation:

Compensation at Decision Technologies, Inc. is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. 

 

Employee Benefits:

  • Competitive Paid Time Off
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical, Dependent Care & Commuter)
  • Company paid Short Term, Long Term, Life and AD&D Insurance
  • 401(k) match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Certifications 

 

 

 

Decision Technologies, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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Skills Required

  • Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance
  • High school diploma or GED plus 10 years of relevant cybersecurity, information assurance, RMF, or specified naval systems experience
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field plus 5 years of relevant cybersecurity, information assurance, RMF, or specified naval systems experience
  • Master's degree in a relevant field plus 3 years of relevant cybersecurity, information assurance, RMF, or specified naval systems experience
  • Active Secret security clearance
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
  • Knowledge of Navy and Department of Defense policy and guidance
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity testing methods and processes
  • Knowledge of cyber defense policy, processes, and assessments
  • Knowledge of information assurance
  • Knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF)
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The Company
109 Employees
Year Founded: 2003

What We Do

Decision Technologies, Inc. is a defense-focused technical support and engineering consultancy that helps Department of Defense and federal acquisition programs make better technology decisions. Its capabilities include systems engineering, program management, in-service engineering, equipment repair, research and development, test and evaluation, intelligence support, logistics, and RF and missile-sensor systems expertise. The company provides specialized, cost-effective solutions for complex defense missions.

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